Excellent
#33 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 2% in state
Warren-prescott K-8 School
Elementary School · Boston
50 School Street, Charlestown, MA 02129
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
499
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
9.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#33 of 1,793
In Charlestown
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#9 of 109
Boston
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Warren-prescott K-8 School
Elementary School in Charlestown · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Warren-prescott K-8 School
Warren-prescott K-8 School is a public elementary school in Charlestown, MA, part of Boston. Warren-prescott K-8 School serves approximately 499 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Warren-prescott K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10 and ranks #33 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Warren-prescott K-8 School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
What's said publicly about Warren-prescott K-8 School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (2)
- This school 9.4 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Warren-prescott K-8 School — Students at Warren-prescott K-8 School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 130 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.5/10.
How Warren-prescott K-8 School Compares
See how Warren-prescott K-8 School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 School Street, Charlestown, MA 02129
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Warren-prescott K-8 School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eliot K-8 Innovation School (rated 9.7/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Boston), with a very similar rating. Another option is Alighieri Dante Montessori School (rated 9.6/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby East Boston), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LEARNING PROJECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Boston), a more accessible option. For more schools in Charlestown, see our Charlestown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Charlestown High School Charlestown | 0.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Harvard-Kent Elementary School Charlestown | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Eliot K-8 Innovation School Boston | 1.0 mi | 9.7 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Boston | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| SEAPORT ACADEMY Chelsea | 1.2 mi | — |
| THE ADVENT SCHOOL Boston | 1.4 mi | 8.0 |
| PARK STREET SCHOOL Boston | 1.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Capuano Early Childhood Center Somerville | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Community Charter School of Cambridge Cambridge | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| E Somerville Community Somerville | 1.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Mario Umana Academy East Boston | 1.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Kennedy-Longfellow Cambridge | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Vassal Lane Upper School Cambridge | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| EAST BOSTON CENTRAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL East Boston | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Adams School Everett | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| O'Donnell Elementary School East Boston | 1.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Sumner G. Whittier School Everett | 1.8 mi | 2.4 |
| Alighieri Dante Montessori School East Boston | 1.4 mi | 9.6 |
| LEARNING PROJECT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Boston | 1.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Cambridge Street Upper School Cambridge | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02129 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$157,192
Median Home Value
$926,000
Median Rent
$2,258/mo
Population
19,994
College Educated
71.4%
Homeownership
49.6%
Avg Commute
29.3 min
Poverty Rate
6.3%
Median Age
36
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bancroft Elementary Andover, MA | 9.3 |
| Bowman Lexington, MA | 9.5 |
| Bradley Elementary School East Boston, MA | 9.3 |
| Crocker Farm Elementary Amherst, MA | 9.5 |
| Field Elementary School Weston, MA | 9.3 |
| Glover Marblehead, MA | 9.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Warren-prescott K-8 School
What grades does Warren-prescott K-8 School serve?
Warren-prescott K-8 School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Warren-prescott K-8 School?
Warren-prescott K-8 School has an enrollment of approximately 499 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Warren-prescott K-8 School?
The student-teacher ratio at Warren-prescott K-8 School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Warren-prescott K-8 School rank in MA?
Warren-prescott K-8 School ranks #33 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Warren-prescott K-8 School's MySchoolScout rating?
Warren-prescott K-8 School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Warren-prescott K-8 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Warren-prescott K-8 School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Warren-prescott K-8 School a charter school?
No, Warren-prescott K-8 School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Warren-prescott K-8 School a Title I school?
No, Warren-prescott K-8 School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 499
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.2%
- Phone
- (617) 635-8346
Resources & Links
District
Boston- District Enrollment
- 45,742
- Schools in District
- 109
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $37,200
- District Rank
- #9 of 109
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